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Our top choices for Western Gateway hotels

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1065)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
14.7 km from Western Gateway
7.8 out of 10, Good, (717)
"Nice clean room, friendly staff. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is S$74
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan, 2026
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Free daily full breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
14 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (297)
"Yes clean room and helpful staff."
United States
Richard
The price is S$123
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
12.6 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"A great place to stay"
United States
Carol
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Free buffet breakfast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
14.5 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 1.8 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
13.6 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Lobby
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 star property
14.3 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 5.1 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1692)
"Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!"
United States
Kevin
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Indoor spa tub
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
11.5 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1803)
"The breakfast and coffee was absolutely amazing. "
United States
Brenda
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 8.5 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1167)
"Convenient location to restaurants"
United States
Sally
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
16.6 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (671)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
14.8 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"The check-in was super fast! The staff was courteous and the hotel was very clean. It was a nice quiet stay and I would absolutely stay again. "
United States
Christina
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Exterior
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Will stay there again "
United States
Marc
The price is S$118
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Kirsten
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Exterior
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
2.5 star property
14.5 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (576)
"Convenient location"
United States
Todd
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Free daily continental breakfast
Quality Inn Indianola

Quality Inn Indianola

Quality Inn Indianola
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Western Gateway
7.6 out of 10, Good, (513)
"The staff was kind and the hotel rooms clean"
United States
Stephanie
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan, 2026
Quality Inn Indianola
Free WiFi
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
11.2 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (482)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Joan
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Exterior
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
2.0 star property
6.5 km from Western Gateway
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Nothing fancy, but the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was friendly. I'd stay here again,"
United States
Teri
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The hot tub was great and the beds were comfortable. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Western Gateway Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and the bed comfortable - very reasonable rates."
john 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Wildwood Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Western Gateway?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is the highest ranked property in Western Gateway. This hotel offers a restaurant and a health club.
How many hotels are there in Western Gateway?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options in Western Gateway to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Western Gateway, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Western Gateway.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Temple Theater. Des Moines Public Library and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Hoyt Sherman Place, 801 Grand and Ruan Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Gateway. Terrace Hill and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.